This living room features a beautiful white stone fireplace with a dark wooden mantel. A circular mirror rests on the mantel, as well as a eucalyptus garland and a white lantern. In front of the fireplace is a wooden coffee table centered on the white and gray patterned rug.
30 Dark Fireplace Mantels for Sophistication and Drama
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Published: January 21, 2023
Updated: November 30, 2023
Dark fireplace mantels are decorative shelves typically used to display ornamental items, such as pictures, vases, and other accessories. In addition to providing a decorative element, mantels can also be functional, serving as a place to hang stockings during the holiday season.
Dark mantels in particular, can add a sophisticated and dramatic touch to a room. They are often made of materials such as wood, stone, or marble and can be stained or painted in varying shades of black, dark brown, or deep red. Dark mantels can make a strong visual statement, especially when paired with a light-colored fireplace or wall. They can also help to draw attention to the fireplace and make it the focal point of the room.
When styling a dark mantel, it is important to balance the color of the mantel with light colored accents, such as candlesticks or picture frames. This will help to create a cohesive and sophisticated look. To learn how to style your dark fireplace mantel, read on!
02 of Farmhouse Fireplace with Black Wooden Mantel
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This rustic brick fireplace features a black wooden mantel against a white shiplap wall. The mantel is decorated with white candlesticks, a vintage lantern, and a window pane with a wreath. The hearth features a white basket and distressed vases with pink and white flowers.
03 of Rustic Wooden Mantel on Detailed Fireplace
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This beautifully detailed fireplace displays a rustic, live-edge wooden mantel. The mantel is decorated with an arched, gilded mirror, antique books, and a glass vase with branches. A white shiplap accent wall is featured above the fireplace.
04 of Dark Fireplace Mantel with Light Brick Hearth
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This living room features a beautifully detailed black fireplace and dark mantel, with a light stone hearth. The mantel is decorated with a framed, antique painting and vases of different sizes. On either side of the fireplace are built-in white bookcases and velvet, sandy-colored accent chairs.
05 of White Stone Fireplace with Dark Wood Mantel
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A striking dark wood mantel contrasts a large white stone fireplace. The mantel is decorated with a neutral painting of the sea and a white vase. The base of the fireplace features a basket with pillows and candleholders. A marble coffee table decorated with books and a white bowl is placed in the middle of the living room.
06 of Glossy Black Fireplace Mantel
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This fireplace features a glossy black mantel, a black tiled face, and a white and black patterned hearth. The mantel has festive, wooden holiday decor and bottle brush trees. Beside the fireplace sits a black stool decorated with a small Christmas tree.
07 of Dark Wood Mantel with Gray Stone Fireplace
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This large stone fireplace features a dark wood mantel, decorated with a verdant green garland and draped wooden beads. At the base of the fireplace are frosted mini trees and a wire basket filled with kindling.
08 of White Fireplace with Dark Wood Mantel
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This dark fireplace mantel is decorated with a festive garland, silver letters, and golden candlesticks. Behind the fireplace is a white shiplap accent wall, with a large clock and mounted gold sconces. To the left of the fireplace are a distressed ladder and a basket, both holding cozy blankets.
09 of Black and White Faux Fireplace Mantel
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The strong presence of a black faux fireplace mantel is balanced by a large collection of white pillar candles and a striking bronze framed mirror. The organic shape of an antler provides a curving contrast.
10 of Dark Wood Mantel on Distressed Brick Fireplace
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A white shiplap wall meets a rustic brick fireplace with a dark wooden mantel. The mantel is decorated with white vintage vases and an arched window pane with a wreath. The hearth of the fireplace holds rustic milk barrels, and a basket with plush, fluffy blankets.
11 of Dark Fireplace Mantel with Rustic Décor
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This white and gray fireplace features a dark wood mantel, decorated with white candlestick holders, and artwork. There is a black circular mirror mounted above the mantel. At the hearth of the fireplace rests a basket filled with a pillow and a blanket, while fall leaves arranged in a vintage silver container decorate the other side.
12 of Distressed Brick Fireplace with Brown Wood Mantel
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This large, distressed brick fireplace features unique angular lines and a rustic dark wood mantel. Perched on the mantel are shiplap artwork, wooden trees, and a pine garland. A wooden lamp with a decorative wreath is set on the hearth below, while black fireplace accessories are placed nearby.
13 of Natural Rock Fireplace with Dark Mantel
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This living room features a dark stone fireplace with a dark black mantel decorated with rustic white vases and white candle holders. Beside the fireplace sits a freestanding white cabinet, holding plants, books, and other rustic decor.
14 of Grand Stone Fireplace with Dark Wood Mantel
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This farmhouse living room features a show-stopping floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with a dark mantel. The wooden mantel matches the exposed beams on the ceiling, bringing cohesion to the space. The mantel is decorated with a sepia-toned photograph and a white vase with contemporary greens.
15 of Cozy Farmhouse Living Room with Dark Mantel
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This rustic farmhouse living room features a distressed wooden fireplace and mantel. The mantel is decorated with books, candlesticks, and framed artwork. Beside the fireplace is a wicker basket filled with extra blankets and pillows.
16 of Modern Living Room with Black and Gray Fireplace
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This living room contains a black fireplace mantel with a gray marble back panel next to a black framed window. A tan leather sofa faces the fireplace next to modern armchairs. Mantel decor includes framed art, candlesticks, tassel garland and a mirror.
17 of Farmhouse-Style Living Room with Dark Wood Fireplace Mantel
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This bright and airy farmhouse-style living room features a dark brown wooden mantel, arranged with holiday decor including a pine garland and a wooden bead garland. There is a black and white framed painting mounted above the fireplace that picks up on the black of the rustic chandelier. The hearth of the fireplace is decorated with a woven basket and metal lanterns.
18 of Dark Gray Mantel and White Stone Fireplace
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This stunning stone fireplace features a dark gray mantel and a board and batten accent wall above the fireplace. The mantel is decorated with a sleek arched golden mirror, pastoral artwork, and gold candlesticks. There are large rustic vases with beautifully arranged florals on both the mantel and the coffee table.
19 of Open Concept Living Room with Cozy Nook
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An airy living area with white vaulted ceilings features a white stone chimney and dark wood fireplace mantel. Neutral armchairs sit opposite beside an oversized clock. A kitchen island stands beside with woven back bar stools.
20 of Dark Wooden Fireplace Mantel on Shiplap Wall
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This rustic country cottage features a striking dark wood mantel mounted to a shiplap accent wall. The mantel is decorated with vintage vases, abstract art, and silver candle holders. A large built-in cabinet holds antique books and other accessories.
21 of Rustic Wooden Mantel with White Brick Fireplace
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This bright living room features a large rustic fireplace with a wooden mantel and a white brick face. Above the mantel hangs a large, framed landscape painting on a shiplap accent wall. Wooden accents throughout the space, including a small chair and a coffee table bowl, tie the space together.
22 of Dark Black Fireplace Mantel in Antique Living Room
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This living room features a detailed black fireplace and mantel, above which an abstract painting hangs. On either side of the fireplace are standing shelves decorated with antique vases, paintings, and potted plants. Centered in front of the fireplace is a rustic coffee table on a vintage rug.
23 of Dark Gray Mantel and Built-In Brick Fireplace
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This chic, built-in gray brick fireplace features a dark gray mantel decorated with symmetrical plants and a large circular mirror. On either side of the fireplace are hanging wire lights. Comfortable navy blue armchairs and a sheepskin footstool in front of the fireplace create a cozy scene.
24 of Dark Wood Mantel on Gray Brick Fireplace
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A gray brick fireplace features a thick, dark wood mantel decorated with Americana paraphernalia. The hearth of the fireplace is decorated with vintage decor, including a large wooden sign, a pillow, and a metal container.
25 of White Stone Fireplace with Dark Wood Mantel
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This dark wood fireplace mantel is adorned with a frosted pine garland, woven wood decor, a vintage watering can, and a white candle holder. The hearth of the white stone fireplace is decorated with wooden framed artwork and a wire basket with kindling and greenery.
26 of Farmhouse Décor on Black Fireplace Mantel
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A dark wood black fireplace mantel is topped by vintage decor including trinkets, books, a clock and a glass vase at either end containing foliage. A sepia canvas of a barn scene sits on the white wall above to complete the farmhouse scene.
27 of Large Rustic Fireplace with Wooden Mantel
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This living room features a wooden stone fireplace with a dark wooden mantel. Large black candlestick holders and a rustic window pane accessorize the mantel. At the base of the fireplace rests a potted fig tree and a wooden crate holding pillows with tassels.
28 of Rustic Fireplace in Cozy Living Room
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A black board and batten wall features a black fireplace mantel topped by a wooden framed mirror. Ceramic vases and sugared greenery also feature. Chairs sit by the hearth with textured throws and cushions. A gray tapestry rug sits on wooden flooring .
29 of White Brick Fireplace with Dark Wood Mantel
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This white brick fireplace features a dark wood mantel, decorated with wooden framed artwork, flowers in glass vases, and brown glass bottles. Above the mantel, rustic sconces and artwork are mounted to the brick wall. Kindling and flowers are nestled in a basket on the hearth.
30 of Black Fireplace with Brass Accents
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Brown wood side chair with white cushions is draped by a black and white striped blanket. Black fireplace decor includes white vases and brass candlesticks. White throw with tassels hangs on wood blanket ladder beside fireplace.
